People have over the years become more health conscious. A very high percentage of individuals especially in developed countries work out regularly. Together with the modern medical facilities this has increased the life span of individuals. Elders of the present age are more active then their ancestors. And hence the legal issues surrounding them too have increased. Increase in the number of elder law cases is an offshoot of the global development in the twentieth century.

Elders are often worried about how to take care of their life time savings and the assets earned, bought or inherited in better days of life. This leads to more legal complications. Estate planning and maintenance is the most popular topic in Elder law. Many elders don’t understand tax treatment of it and often seek help of special attorneys. Health related issues such as getting Medicaid help is the second category of elder law cases. Understanding benefits of any government sponsored elder support program or benefits from health insurance policy are difficult for a common senior citizen and they often seek help of lawyers who specialize in this area. Every individual past the age of 60 would always wish that his or her assets be smoothly passed on to children or others of their choice after he or she is no more. To make this easy, laws have been frame to cover these issues. This is the third popular category of elder laws.

Creating Will is one of the first things that an ageing individual should do. Governments across the world have framed clear laws about creation of Will and disposal of assets covered under the Will. You can also choose who will execute the Will and who will become guardian of your minor children. If you fail to make a Will, the local laws will decide who will inherit your wealth. And this often creates bitter issues between family members, especially if you have married more than once and has more than one child. Apart from Will, one should understand the laws related to power of attorney. If you need the help of someone to take care of your estate while your are living, laws related to power of attorney can help you. You can then give necessary rights to the estate care-taker without worrying about loss of its ownership.

Understanding health support programs such as Medicaid or Veteran support programs in the US is very critical. Always have an elder law lawyer to help you understand your eligibility under these programs. If you have a disability, there are more laws that can potentially help you. Special ailments too receive special benefits under these laws. Governments have also made laws related to elder abuse issue. Rates of domestic crime are increasing every day. Consult your attorney immediately if you have such issues.

Legal issues are bound to arise as you age. And hence it is imperative for anyone to understand elder law and how it can help you solve these issues. A little effort can help you spend the last years of your life in peace and tranquility.

Elder law involves providing for elderly or incapacitated persons to insure financial stability and proper medical care and attention while addressing any special needs.

As an experienced elder law attorney, Eric Gansberg has seen children who are at their wits end, tearfully requesting assistance in determining how to provide for their aging parents. We have also seen some parents come in and plan for their own care to avoid saddling their children with that responsibility.

In some cases, parents want to know how to plan for Medicaid or Medicare, assisted living, or nursing home care. Their goal is to formulate the best plan that will allow them to pass the bulk of their estate to their children and grandchildren, while ensuring their medical and financial needs will be met.

How Can They Help You?

If you fit into one of the above situations, they may be able to help. They are sensitive to the personal nature of decisions surrounding elder care. They will work with you to understand your situation and goals, and discuss your options with you. With Medicaid and Medicare planning, as well as nursing home planning, the soon you do it, the more options you may have. There are time constraints on your ability to optimize planning.

For further information about New York elder law, Medicaid-Medicare planning, or nursing home planning, or for assistance with your or your parents eldercare planning, please schedule a free confidential consultation with an experienced elder law attorney by calling 888-424-9952 or filling out the intake form on the Contact Us page.

Eric Gansberg represents clients throughout the New York City metropolitan area who require legal assistance to address changes in their family dynamics. Since 1984, Mr. Gansberg has focused his practice in areas that help individuals and families deal with change. Why let these issues remain stagnant, contact Eric Gansberg for legal representation now!